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Buddhism: Beliefs and Teachings

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What you'll learn

The core teachings of Buddhism.

Key beliefs

  • The life of the Buddha and the Enlightenment.
  • The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
  • The three marks of existence (anicca, dukkha, anatta); karma, samsara and nibbana.

Exam tips

  • Link the Truths to the Path.
  • Support points with Buddhist teaching.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing the Four Noble Truths with the Eightfold Path.
  • Treating the Buddha as a god.
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